A sprinkling of holiday MAGIC is coming!!

Image courtesy of Disney

Greetings ~

I don’t know about you but I have been waiting with baited breath to see how the mouses house was going to handle the most MAGICAL time of year in a covid season. Today they told us!! And to be honest I am really quite excited!! Read on for more info -

 From Nov. 6-Dec. 30, you will be able to enjoy festive décor, themed merchandise, seasonal food & beverage offerings and entertainment all across Walt Disney World Resort. Holiday magic will be in full force at the four theme parks and Disney Springs, and Santa Claus will make time for special pop-up appearances at each location, waving and exclaiming holiday wishes to all. 

You will be delighted by the sight of festive flotillas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, holiday promenades at EPCOT and merry motorcades at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Character cavalcades at Magic Kingdom Park will take on a special holiday twist, with Christmas friends on festive floats in their holiday finest. Gingerbread Men? Check! Elves and Reindeer? Check, check! And the Toy Soldiers will join the Main Street Philharmonic as they march through Magic Kingdom Park, bringing musical holiday cheer for all to hear.  

When night falls, special projection effects will give a festive look to Cinderella Castle this year, providing a colorful backdrop for our Guests’ photos. The appearance of the iconic castle will be transformed with a rotating series of designs including a whimsical Christmas sweater and a regal overlay of red, green and gold ornamentation. This will be in place of the Castle Dream Lights.

You and I know, the holidays wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a meal among friends and family. Minnie Mouse will be hosting a yuletide gathering for all her friends at Hollywood & Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting Nov. 6. Santa Goofy will be there, along with Minnie and more in their holiday best. 

Moving on down the road to Disney Springs, you will discover Christmas around every corner as you come across a collection of elaborately-decorated Disney Christmas trees spread throughout the area. In the evening, while visiting areas within Town Center, West Side and The Landing you will encounter a MAGICAL SNOWFALL, adding an extra touch of wonder to your holiday shopping and dining. And to top it off, Jock Lindsey will once again be turning his hangar bar into Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar complete with delightful holiday décor and a delicious limited-time menu filled with festive favorites.

Disney Resort hotels will also be decked out for the holidays, with their lobbies featuring iconic trees and other festive flourishes.

Starting a bit later in the season, on Nov. 27, we will welcome you to celebrate highlights from the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Holiday kitchens will return around World Showcase promenade with favorites like American Holiday Table featuring Slow-roasted Turkey with Stuffing and Bavaria Holiday Kitchen with dishes like Cheese Fondue in a Bread Bowl.

You and your friends and family will be invited to step inside World ShowPlace to enjoy the returning group, JOYFUL!, who present a journey through R&B, Gospel, contemporary and traditional Christmas and holiday music. Also, the Voices of Liberty will bring their incredible 8-part harmonies to the America Gardens Theatre stage for a special concert of favorite carols and songs of the season. There are plenty more details about this festival to come, so stay tuned.

So what’s not happening this year:

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will be taking a break as will EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional

The amazing gingerbread displays will not return to the Resort hotels this year.

I don’t know about you all but I still believe Disney is the most MAGICAL place to be during the holiday season and I know my family and I will be there from beginning to end!! Now let me go count how many more sleeps until the snow starts falling @ Disney!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Mask Buddies? Who knew they could be MAGICAL!

Greetings ~

As a semi local to the central Florida attractions you will likely find my family hanging at the parks often! Since the re-opening and the need for masks I have personally struggled with the elastic around my ears. So much so that I started on a quest to find a way to be able to return to the attractions. Enter Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy. She has the cutest mask buddies (aka ear savers) that can be attached to a headband, Minnie Ears or glasses!!!

My new mask buddies on my RayBan’s ready for my next trip to the mouses house!

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of DInglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Image courtesy of Dinglehopper Treasures on Etsy

Looking forward to trying mine out in the parks real soon!!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Universal Studios changes

Greetings ~

Some changes happening over at Universal Studios Orlando this week! Let’s take a peek at what’s happening.

Ticket pricing is changing effective today - Universal is now working with date based ticket pricing. Something that the mouse down the road has been doing for a few years. So what does it mean? Looking around on their site a weekday in September is going to run you about 164.00 plus tax for a park to park adult ticket, while going over a holiday in December will run you closer to 194 plus tax a person. So friends your cost is all going to depend on when you travel!

The other big news is Universal Orlando is closing some of its resorts effective Aug. 21st. Those resorts are

Loews Sapphire Falls

Aventura will also close

These 2 resorts join Portofino Bay and Endless Summer Resort Dockside Inn and Suites. Re-opening dates will be listed at a future date.

So there you have it! The latest and maybe not so greatest information on the happenings @ Universal Orlando! Important info to know for sure.

Want to know more about the happenings @ Universal Orlando? Come join me over @ To Mickey and Beyond on facebook and insta!

Looking to book your next trip? Shoot me a message tomickeyandbeyond1@gmail.com - I would be honored to help you plan your escape from reality!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Sun's Out - Sales On with Royal Caribbean Pre-Cruise Planner

Greetings ~

As the cruise industry looks forward and prepares for sailing away again Royal Caribbean is offering some pretty sweet deals beginning Aug 13th. Take a look -

• Classic Soda Beverage Package: 40% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

• Classic Soda Beverage Package + VOOM Surf & Stream 1 Device: (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

•Dasani Water Cans: 40% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

• Deluxe Beverage Package: Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

•Deluxe Beverage Package + VOOM Surf & Stream 1 Device: Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings, + SC)

• Refreshment Package: (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

•Shore Excursions: Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

DINING: Up to 55% off

•Unlimited Dining Package on 3N – 9N sailings: Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings, MJ, VI & SC)

INTERNET: Up to 65% off

•The Key: Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings, MJ & SC)

•VOOM Surf + Stream Voyage Package 1, 2, 3, 4 Device(s): Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

•VOOM Surf Voyage Package 1, 2, 3, 4 Device(s): Discount varies by ship. (Excludes Charter Sailings + SC)

ACTIVITIES: 20% off

•Happy Anniversary Decorations with Champagne: 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Happy Birthday Decorations with Chocolate Cake & Strawberries 20% off onboard prices. 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes. Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Happy Birthday Decorations with Vanilla Cake & Strawberries: 20% off onboard prices. 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Inky Beach Set: 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Inky Beach Towel (TicTacToe): 20% off onboard prices.(Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Inky Travel Set:20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Red Wine and Cheese: 20% off onboard prices. ( (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

•Royal Caribbean Beach Towel:20% off onboard prices.(Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY )

SHORE EXCURSIONS: Up to 40% off

•Strawberries with Champagne: 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY)

PHOTO PACKAGES: Up to 70% off

• Photo Packages: From 5 - 100 print and/or digital options: discount varies by ship. (See full terms for exclusions)

•White Wine and Cheese: 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, SC + VY )

•All Access Ship Tour: 20% off onboard prices. (Excludes Charter Sailings, OY, QN, & SC) GIFTS & GEAR: Up to 20% off

• NEW! Photo Package: Private Photo Session: discount varies by ship. (See full terms for exclusions)

Dates: August 13 - 19, 2020

Sailing Window: Sailings from November 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021

Ships: All, except SC Sailings: Select Alaska, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, New Zealand, South Pacific, Reposition & Transatlantic sailings.

Thinking about booking a cruise? Now would be a great time! Shoot me a message and let’s talk soon

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Carnival Mardi Gras - Coming 2021

Greetings ~

MAGICAL things are coming in 2021 - While Carnival recently announced a delay in the ship’s delivery due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they want all of us to know that they have never been more excited and eager to welcome you onboard Mardi Gras in 2021! 

Mardi Gras will now be setting sail out of Port Canaveral on February 6, 2021.

Image courtesy of Carnival Cruise Lines

The most highly anticipated ship of the year introduces many firsts to the cruise industry such as BOLT™, the first rollercoaster at sea.

Emeril Lagasse's first-ever restaurant at sea called Emeril's Bistro 1396, and let’s not forget Mardi Gras will be the first LNG-powered ship to operate in the Western Hemisphere!

On top of all that, this will be Carnival’s very first ship to feature six themed zones offering a variety of food, beverage and entertainment, along with 180 suites across 11 different levels to bring your clients the comfort they’ve been daydreaming about.

Curious to learn more? I am always just a click, call or txt away!!! Let’s start planning the vacation of your dreams for 2021!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Waves of Honor - SeaWorld and Busch Gardens

Greetings ~
Today I bring a fantastic offer from SeaWorld and Busch Gardens! Introducing Waves of Honor for our Veterans

Limited-Time Offer Visit through November 11 - As a token of our appreciation for those who have served our country, they would like to offer U.S. military veterans and up to 3 guests one complimentary visit to SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay through November 11, 2020. 

Tickets must be reserved through ID.me for verification.

Plus, 50% Off up to 4 additional tickets Add additional family and friends to your next visit for half off general gate admission price. Book your visit online now through ID.me.

While I cannot book your tickets I am happy to assist anyway I can with any planning needs! Remember I am always just a click, call or txt away for any of your planning needs.

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Calling all Florida residents - this post is for YOU!

Greetings and Happy Saturday ~

Maybe just maybe August is going to be the month to flip the script on 2020!! Universal Studios Orlando has just announced a Fl. resident ticket beginning today Aug 1st 2020. The ticket needs to be purchased by Sept 30th 2020 - so now you know the technical stuff what is the ticket???? Y’all it’s MAGICAL!!

This ticket is valid for unlimited admission between Aug. 1 and Dec. 24, 2020, allowing you to return any time between those dates.

There are also no blockout dates, and the admission doesn’t have to be used on consecutive days.

As is usually the case with tickets remember that these new promotional tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and you’ll need to use the same ticket each time you want to return to the park.

Here are the prices for this special ticket offer:

• 2-Park, 1-Day Buy a Day – Adult: $164.00+tax

• 2-Park, 1-Day Buy a Day – Child: $159.00+tax

• 2-Park, 1-Day Buy a Day PLUS Volcano Bay – Adult: $193.00+tax

• 2-Park, 1-Day Buy a Day PLUS Volcano Bay – Child: $188.00+tax

So there you go friends! Maybe just maybe this is a sign of good things to come as 2020 enters it’s Fall season!

If I can be of any assistance for your planning needs please know I am just a click, call or txt away!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Additional locations added for temperature checks

Greetings ~

It seems as though every time I write these days its about additions and changes to policies and procedures!! I guess it is the way of 2020! Disney has added to their temperature screening locations effective today -

Temperature Screenings: Guests dining in table-service restaurants at Disney Resort hotels will undergo a temperature screening prior to entering the location. As with other locations at Walt Disney World Resort that require temperature screenings before entry, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will be directed to an additional re-screening. Those with temperatures 100.4 F or above will not be allowed entry; those in their party will not be allowed entry either.

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Additions to the Disney mask policy 7.26.2020

Greetings ~
Disney has now been open again for 15 days and in that time there has been 2 additions to the mask policy. Here in the information on both additions. This information comes directly from the Walt Disney World Know Before You Go website. I have bolded the information that has been added since park re-openings.

Face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members. Please bring your own face coverings and wear them at all times, except when dining or swimming. You may remove your face covering while actively eating or drinking, but you should be stationary and maintain appropriate physical distancing.

All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) must:

• Be made with at least two layers of breathable material

• Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin

• Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face

• Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the Guest to remain hands-free

At this time, based on guidance from health authorities, neck gaiters, open-chin triangle bandanas, and face coverings containing valves, mesh material or holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings.

Costume masks are also not considered appropriate and are prohibited from being worn, in alignment with our existing rules.

The use of face coverings is not a substitute for physical distancing.

Fall 2021 Disney Cruise Line Itineraries and a Little Pixie Dust!

Greetings ~

In fall 2021, Disney Cruise Line will return to favorite destinations on a variety of itineraries, including sailings to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Mexico, Bermuda and Canada. Throughout the season, families will enjoy itineraries featuring Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises across the entire fleet.

Guest who are Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club Members and/or Adventures by Disney Adventure Insiders, you may utilize the following early booking windows:

Platinum Castaway Club Members & Golden Oak:
Bookings open July 27

Gold Castaway Club Members: Bookings open July 28

Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club Members & Adventures by Disney Adventure Insiders: Bookings open July 29

Bookings for all other Guests open on July 30, 2020.

Stay tuned for our exclusive on board credit when you book your fall 2021 cruise with us!!

Universal Studios - HHN CANCELLED

Character Dining in a Covid World

Greetings ~

The Hammons house has just returned from a quick weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village. I cannot wait to share more about the resort and of course the animals. But today we are going to talk about Topolino’s @ The Riveria Resort. Currently it is the only operating character breakfast on Walt Disney World property. Garden Grill @ EPCOT will be added with the opening of EPCOT on July 15th.

Once you arrive at Riveria you will take the elevator to the 10th floor. At the elevator bank you will find a sign with a QR code on it. This code is used as a mobile check in for your reservation.

Once the QR code opens the reservation you will be asked to confirm your party, check if you need booster seats or high chair. As you enter the 10th floor you will wait for the greeter to call you and escort you to the table. You will then be given a sheet of paper that has the menu via a QR code.

The prices are set at $42.00 per adult and $27.00 per child. We were a party of 7 so gratuity was automatically included. The table receives paint pots of pastries with jam and butter. Those are refillable as well. Here are some photos of the selections our group made.

Topolino’s Sour Cream Waffle and Bacon

Topolino's Scrambled Eggs, Ham and Potatoes

Topolino's Eggs, Sausage, Plant Based Sausage and Potatoes

Paint Pot Pastries

We knew the characters would NOT be stopping at the tables but we were not sure what exactly they would be doing. They danced around the entire restaurant and they came out 1 by 1 circling the restaurant and waving at each table. If your quick you may be able to get a social distancing photo!!

So there you have it! A walk through of a character breakfast in a Covid world. Still MAGICAL just different.

Looking to book your own MAGICAL Disney trip?? Give me a call, shoot me a txt, or send me a message. I would be honored to assist.

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Halloween Horror Nights 2020 - Universal Studios Florida

BOO!

Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando Will Be Back select nights from September 10th- November 1st, 2020!!

The World’s Premier Halloween Event, now in its 30th terrifying year, brings together monstrous haunted houses, sinister scare zones and outrageous live entertainment. Halloween Horror Nights is select nights Sept. 10-Nov. 1, 2020 at Universal Studios Florida. Advance purchase required.

🎃Book by Jul. 22, 2020 and get a second event night FREE. Package includes:

🎃 4-Night Hotel Accommodations

🎃 3-Park 4-Day Park-to-Park Promotional Ticket (Valid for bookings Now – 8/13/20 and travel 9/10/20 – 11/1/20)

🎃 2020 Halloween Horror Nights Flex Plus 1 Night Free Promotional Ticket (Blockout Dates Apply)

🎃 Early Park Admission (Not for HHN, just in general)

🎃💀🧟‍♀️👻😈🦇🔪🎃💀🧟‍♀️👻😈🦇🔪🎃💀🧟‍♀️👻😈🦇🔪

ENHANCE THE HORROR!

Be one of the first to book these killer tours when you purchase a Halloween Horror Nights Hotel & Ticket package!!!

🎃🧟‍♀️😈Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour: Lights-on VIP tour.

🎃🧟‍♀️😈R.I.P. Tour: Nighttime VIP tour. (HIGHLY Recommend purchasing this tour and this package as soon as possible, as this product does sell out rapidly)

Give us a ring, shoot us a txt or hit up our inbox! We would love to create the perfect Halloween package @ Universal Studios FL for you and your ghouls!

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

The Bourne Stuntacular is OPEN

Greetings ~

It’s a big big day at Universal Studios Orlando. Today the newest show in the park has officially opened!!

The Bourne Stuntacular, the most technologically-advanced stunt show yet, is now open at Universal Studios Florida. Through the use of live performers, ground-breaking technology, extreme stunts and captivating practical effects, your clients can now feel fully immersed in the world of Jason Bourne – blurring the lines between stage and cinema in a hybrid form of entertainment that has never been seen before. 

The Bourne Stuntacular introduces an all-new level of entertainment, highlighted by:
 

•    The most advanced technology of its kind – such as automated vehicle tracking systems on moving set pieces, pinpoint-accurate projection mapping, ultra-vivid visuals and more – that brings the Bourne films to life in an all-new, visceral stunt show right in front of your clients’ eyes

•    Next-level, extreme stunts executed by performers who trained for more than eight months with Hollywood’s leading stunt experts from blockbuster film and television

•    Captivating practical effects that make your clients feel like they are right by Jason Bourne’s side through the use of fire, smoke, wind and more

•    Nicky Parsons, played by Julia Stiles, briefing and recruiting guests for the mission at hand, which is to keep an eye on Bourne to ensure he’s not fooled by rogue double agents

•    An all-new storyline that follows the character of Jason Bourne as he travels across three continents and the cities of Tangier, Washington, D.C. and Dubai to uncover classified information while trying to evade danger and capture at every turn

•    Actual props, images and clips from the films - including the car from the iconic chase scene in The Bourne Identity, and Jason’s go-to form of transportation in The Bourne Ultimatum, his motorcycle – that pay homage to the Bourne films as guests walk through the queue  

Image courtesy of Universal Studios Florida

Looking to step into the movies? Or take a trip with Hagrid? How about splashing around the base of Volcano Bay?? To Mickey and Beyond would love to help make those dreams reality!! Send us a message today

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

NBA at Walt Disney World

Photo courtesy of Disney

Greetings ~

Disney is super excited to share that the NBA officially announced today it will finish its 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World Resort.
Game play will resume on July 30 with 22 teams (the eight teams in each conference with the highest current winning percentages and the six teams currently within six games of the eighth seed in either conference) competing to determine seeding for the NBA Playoffs.

The playoffs will feature 16 teams

and the

NBA Finals will end no later than October 13 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. 

Based on current league guidelines which were developed in consultation with public health experts and government officials, all games will be held without spectators.

Congrats to both Disney and the NBA for making this season a most MAGICAL one! And according to my son Tariku be sure to Fear The Deer! GOOOOOOO Bucks!!

Slow and Steady the Disney Resorts are returning!

Greetings ~

As Walt Disney World prepares to open some MAGICAL resort doors tomorrow they took today to tell us what is coming not too far behind!!

Disney currently plans to open the following resort hotels to booked Guests on the following dates. Please note, that given the fluidity of the current environment, these dates are subject to change and Guests’ reservations could still be modified to other resort hotels if needed.

• July 10 – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort

• July 29 – Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

• Aug. 12 – Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

• Aug. 24 – Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

• Sept. 21 – Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

• Oct. 1 – Disney’s BoardWalk Resort

• Oct. 14 – Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Guests with current reservations at impacted Disney Resort hotels can request help with modifying their reservation starting Monday June 22. Reservations for stays in 2021 will begin booking on Wednesday, June 24.  Only Guests with a valid theme park ticket or Annual Pass will be able to access the Disney Park Pass reservation system. 

Given the current situation, there are some resort hotels and other areas that are not, as of this time, being scheduled for reopening yet. We will continue to evaluate the situation and reopen more locations when the environment is right to do so.  

If you need any help to modify or have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out! I am just a click, call or txt away!

Wishing you a MAGICAL Day ~

Courtney

Walt Disney Worlds All New Park Pass Reservation System

Greetings ~

I wanted to make sure everyone understood how to use the new park pass system being launched by Walt Disney World June 22nd 2020 @ 7am Eastern. Take a look at this quick video to see the steps. As always if I can be of any assistance please know I am just a click, call or txt away!

An overview of how to navigate to the new Disney Park Pass System in order to make theme park reservations at Walt Disney World in Orlando Fl.

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

To Mickey…. And Beyond!

What is confirmed to be opening when Disney Parks open in July

Greetings ~

I know I know the big question is soooooo what can I do when the Disney Parks re-open? Will my favorite rides be open? Today I have that info for you!!

MAGIC KINGDOM -

 Attractions 

• "it's a small world”

• Astro Orbiter

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

• Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin

• Country Bear Jamboree

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant

• Jungle Cruise

• Liberty Square Riverboat

• Mad Tea Party

• Mickey's PhilharMagic

• Peter Pan's Flight

• Pirates of the Caribbean

• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel

• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

• Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom

• Space Mountain

• Splash Mountain

• Swiss Family Treehouse

• The Barnstormer

• The Hall of Presidents

• The Haunted Mansion

• The Magic Carpets of Aladdin

• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

• Tom Sawyer Island

• Tomorrowland Speedway

• Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover

• Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid

• Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress

• Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room

Entertainment

• Main Street Philharmonic

• Character Cavalcades throughout the day, with Guest-favorite Disney friends appearing along the parade route—which will include:

  • The Royal Princess Processional

  • Mickey & Friends Cavalcade

  • Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade

  • A Goofy Cavalcade

  • Tinker Bell & the Lost Treasure

Shops

• Arribas Brothers

• Baby Care

• Big Al's

• Box Office Gifts

• Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Photos

• Crystal Arts

• Emporium

• Fantasy Faire

• Hundred Acre Goods

• Island Supply by Sunglass Hut

• Main Street Confectionery

• Memento Mori

• Mickey's Star Traders

• Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar

• Rubio Arts

• Sir Mickey’s

• Splashdown Photos

• Strollers & Wheelchairs

• The Chapeau

• Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.

• TTC Cart / Wheelchairs

• Uptown Jewelers & Cinema

• Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe

ANIMAL KINGDOM

Attractions

• Affection Section

• Avatar Flight of Passage

• DINOSAUR

• Discovery Island Trails

• Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain

• Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail

• It’s Tough to be a Bug!

• Kali River Rapids

• Kilimanjaro Safaris

• Maharajah Jungle Trek

• Na'vi River Journey

• The Animation Experience at Conservation Station

• The Oasis Exhibits

• TriceraTop Spin

• Wilderness Explorers

• Wildlife Express

Entertainment

• Character Cruises throughout the day, with Guest-favorite Disney friends appearing in boats around Discovery River—including the following:

  • Discovery River Character Cruise

  • Discovery Island Drummers

  • Donald’s Dino Boat Bash!

  • Mickey & Friends Flotilla

Shops

• Africa Hub Cart

• African Heritage Wood Carving

• Baby Care

• Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures

• Discovery Trading Company

• Garden Gate Gifts & Strollers

• Kilimanjaro Safari Cart

• Mandala Gifts

• Mombasa Marketplace

• Out Of The Wild

• Serka Zong Bazaar

• The Dino Institute Shop

• Windtraders

EPCOT

Attractions

• Awesome Planet

• Canada Far and Wide

• Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival

• Friendship Lagoon Boats

• Frozen Ever After

• Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros

• Impressions de France

• Journey Into Imagination with Figment

• Kidcot (modified)

• Living with the Land

• Mission: SPACE

• Reflections of China

• Soarin' Around the World

• Spaceship Earth

• Test Track

• The American Adventure

• The Seas with Nemo & Friends

• Turtle Talk with Crush

• Walt Disney Imagineering presents the Epcot Experience

Entertainment

• America Gardens Theatre Presents… featuring popular EPCOT performers such as:

  • JAMMitors

  • Mariachi Cobre

• Character Cavalcades throughout the day, featuring favorite Disney friends traveling around World Showcase promenade—including:

  • Frozen Promenade

  • Mickey & Friends World Tour

  • Princess Promenade

Shops

• African Heritage

• Arribas Brothers

• Art of Disney

• Baby Care

• Canada Cart

• China Kiosk

• Disney Traders

• Galerie Des Halles

• Gateway Gifts

• Glas Und Porcellan

• ImageWorks

• Karamell Kuche

• La Bottega Italiana

• Mexico Indoor Plaza

• Mission: SPACE Cargo

• Mitsukoshi

• Mouse Gear Temporary Location

• Pin Traders - Camera Center

• Port of Entry

• Puffin's Roost

• Sea Base Alpha Gift Shop

• Strollers & Wheelchairs

• Tea Caddy

• Test Track Simporium

• Wood Carver

• World Traveler

HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

Attractions

• Alien Swirling Saucers

• Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy

• Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway

• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

• Muppet*Vision 3D

• Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith

• Slinky Dog Dash

• Star Tours – The Adventures Continue

• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™

• Toy Story Mania!

• Vacation Fun (at Mickey Shorts Theater)

• Walt Disney Presents

Entertainment

• Character Cavalcades throughout the day, with favorite Disney friends appearing along Hollywood Boulevard—including:

  • Disney Junior Stars Motorcade

  • Mickey & Friends Motorcade

  • Pixar Motorcade

Shops

• Celebrity 5 & 10

• Crossroads of the World

• Dok Ondar's Den of Antiquities

• Droid Depot Experience

• Droid Depot Store

• In Character

• Legends of Hollywood

• Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway

• Mickey's Of Hollywood

• Movieland Memorabilia

• Once Upon A Time

• Sid Cahuenga's One-of-a-Kind

• Rock Around The Shop

• Rubio Arts

• Strollers & Wheelchairs

• Tatooine Traders

• The Market

• Tower Hotel Gifts

• Toy Story Mania Shop

Don’t forget I am here to help you navigate these changes. If you are looking to book in 2021 we can start that process next week on June 24th!! The sooner we book the sooner we can confirm your park selections

Wishing you a MAGICAL day ~

Courtney

Returning to the most MAGICAL place on earth

Greetings ~

Holy information overload yesterday from Disney!! With that said I want to break it down for you and make it as simple as I can!! Sooooo here we goooooooooooo

🏰 Important Dates 🏰

🌟 June 22nd Disney Park Pass System opens @ 7am for resort guests with a resort reservation AND tickets

🌟 June 24th 2021 is now available to book and park hopping tickets will be an option as a ticket

🌟 June 26th Disney Park Pass system opens to annual passholders

🌟 Disney Park Pass system opens to other existing passholders

🌟 Based on availability, sales of 2020 tickets and Disney hotel arrivals will resume

🌟 Annual Passholder preview will be July 9th or 10th for MK and AK. You will be able to select one or the other it will be based on availability and 1st come 1st serve once the emails come out soon. ALL passholders are eligilbe with the exception of EPCOT after 4 passholders

🏰 Annual Passholder Options 🏰

🌟 If you have paid in full for your pass you may either call and cancel your AP and will receive a partial refund. The amount cannot be determined until you start the process. Once you start the process it cannot be undone. If you choose not to cancel an additional free month will be added to your pass in Oct as compensation for the inability to park hop.

🌟 If you pay monthly you may choose to cancel their annual pass and waive their monthly payments due AFTER Aug 11th. Any payments made between July 11th and August 11th will be retroactively refunded for those who select to cancel. If you choose not to cancel an additional free month will be added to your pass in Oct as compensation for the inability to park hop.

🏰 Resorts 🏰

🌟 June 22nd the following resorts will open.

• Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

• Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

• Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

• Disney’s Beach Club Villas

• Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

• Disney’s Old Key West Resort

• Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

• Disney’s Riviera Resort

• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort

• The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

🌟 If you have a reservation somewhere OTHER than these resorts in the coming months hang tight. Disney is working week by week to move existing reservations to the resorts that are open. They are currently up to July 11th.

🌟 You will check in on the app and receive a push notification when your room is ready. Your phone will act as the key to the room

🌟 Need front desk help? You will be able to chat with a cast member in the app so no need to go stand in line @ the front desk.

🌟 In order to enter a resort you MUST have a confirmed overnight reservation OR a confirmed dining reservation

🏰 What is currently NOT going to be happening 🏰

🌟 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

🌟 Parades

🌟 Fireworks

🌟 Character meet n greets

🌟 Character dining with the exception of a modified Character Dining experience at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera.

🌟 Dinner Shows

🌟 Private dining and in room dining

🌟 Dessert Parties

🌟 Bippity Boppity Boutique

🌟 Fireworks cruises

🌟 Dining with an imagineer

🌟 Cake decorating classes @ Amoretti's

🌟 Complimentary resort magic bands are going AWAY Jan 1st 2021. There will be added enhancements to the app that will allow you to utilize that. Magics Bands will be still available for purchase and at a discounted price when purchased with your resort reservation or you may continue to use your existing ones. Key to the world cards will also be available

🌟 FastPass+ system is currently suspended

🏰 Park Pass System 🏰

🌟 When the park pass system launches on June 22nd you will be able to make park reservations through Sept 26th 2021 (strategically done as the following week begins the 50th anniversary celebration)

🌟 You MUST have a valid park ticket linked to your My Disney Experience account in order to make a reservation in the park pass system. As an annual passholder you will be able to hold 3 dates at a time. Once one is used you can go in and add another. IF you are staying at a Walt Disney World Resort you will be able to make reservations for the length of your stay.

🌟 Initially you will want to use a computer to access the Park Pass System as the mobile option is NOT fully configured yet.

🌟 You will be able to make reservations for everyone in your party as long as they are linked in My Disney Experience to you and your settings are set to allow making plans for everyone.

🏰 Parks 🏰

🌟 Most attractions will be available at each park - they have NOT said what may not be

🌟 Characters will appear in new and different ways

From special cavalcades down the Magic Kingdom Park parade route and friends sailing the waterways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, to processions along the World Showcase promenade at EPCOT and motorcades on Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Hollywood Boulevard

🌟 Several musical groups will also return. You can look forward to seeing Main Street Philharmonic at Magic Kingdom Park, plus the Mariachi Cobre and everyone’s favorite funky drumming crew the JAMMitors at EPCOT, just to name a few.

🌟 Disney has cooked up a creative, modified festival experience, it will also be our longest festival yet – giving you plenty of time to enjoy “A Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival!” This new take on the foodie festival will debut July 15 and continue through the fall, offering over 20 signature global marketplaces like Hawaii, Hops & Barley, and Islands of the Caribbean, spaced out around the park. And, if you’ve ever imagined a world where the floral fun of Flower & Garden is sprinkled in with the global goodies of Food & Wine, here’s your chance – you will be able to see our newest topiary, Remy, in the France pavilion and find Flower & Garden merchandise. For scavenger hunt fans, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak scavenger hunt returns.

🌟 Decisions on Candlelight Processional, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Holidays around the World have NOT been determined yet

🌟 If you or someone in your party uses a DAS pass those will remain intact and unchanged.

WHEW if you read this far I sincerely hope it was worth your time!! If you have ANY questions I am always available and happy to help!!

Don't forget your mask if you are heading to the most MAGICAL place on earth as Orange County has now signed an executive order making them mandatory!

I will be down @ the parks 4th of July weekend checking it all out with lots of fun dining and I plan to hit up the passholder previews to see 1st hand how this is all working!

Disney Phase 1 Opening Updates

Greetings ~

Last night Disney added some much needed info as they prepare to open Ft. Wilderness campground and the DVC properties on June 22nd. I wanted to break it down for you with what you can expect. I also want to make sure that you know NO ONE (well Disney execs would be an exception) knows how long this particular phase will last. Could it be a week, a month, 3 months? Yes is the answer. All we can do is wait for the next update. Do I think if you have a fall reservation that you need to jump on the worry train about what these opening restrictions mean? NO I think we need to give them time to open and adjust. There is ALOT of info so take your time, read through it, reach out to me with questions. I am always just a click, txt or call away! My family will be staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge (Kidani Village) over the 4th of July weekend so we can bring you in person live updates on what is happening.

Now let’s take a peek at the info!!

Reopening Dates

On June 22, select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will reopen. These select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts include:

• Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

• Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

• Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

• Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

• Disney's Beach Club Villas

• Disney's BoardWalk Villas

• Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

• Disney's Riviera Resort

• Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort

• The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort

Magic Kingdom park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park will begin a phased reopening on July 11—with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening on July 15.

Additionally, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and Disney’s Vero Beach Resort will reopen to Members and Guests on June 15.

Before traveling to Florida, please make sure that you have reviewed any advisories or restrictions that may be in place for travel to Florida. Visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/travelers/ for information. Guests who are under isolation or quarantine orders must not enter Walt Disney World Resort.

Please be aware that you'll also need:

• A confirmed room reservation for your stay. Be sure to link your reservation to your Disney account to receive important information prior to your arrival—visit My Plans to get started

• A confirmed dining reservation if you’re a day Guest (and not staying overnight)

• Face coverings for each Guest age 2 and up—which must be worn in all public areas, except while swimming or seated for dining

• Planning to visit a theme park during your stay? Select Walt Disney World theme parks will begin to reopen on July 11. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid admission for the same park on the same date is required (a Disney Resort hotel reservation does not guarantee theme park access)

Also, it’s highly recommended to have:

• The latest version of the My Disney Experience app on your mobile device, with location services and notifications enabled

• Cashless or contactless forms of payment, including MagicBands, which Disney Resort hotel Guests can use to charge purchases to their Disney Resort hotel folio

During the initial reopening period, some benefits may be modified or unavailable.

Disney’s Magical Express® Service
Complimentary airport transportation via Disney’s Magical Express service will be available for Guests arriving and departing from Orlando International Airport.

FastPass+ Service
As a result of the COVID-19 impact, FastPass+ service will be suspended for the time being as we plan to use additional queue space to manage capacity for attractions and maintain physical distancing.

Extra Magic Hours
The Extra Magic Hours benefit is unavailable until further notice.

Complimentary Resort Transportation
Before the theme parks reopen, bus transportation will be available between your Disney Resort hotel and Disney Springs area.

When the theme parks reopen, complimentary transportation will also be provided between your Disney Resort hotel and Disney theme parks.

Transportation will operate with physical distancing measures in place, reducing capacity. As a result, you may experience delays.

Minnie Van Service
Minnie Van Service will not be available during the initial reopening period.

Parking
Self-parking will be available. Valet service is temporarily unavailable, with the exception of Guests with disabilities who may require parking assistance. A valid disability parking permit is required. Parking fees apply for Disney Resort hotel Guests.

Some Disney Resort hotel services will be modified or unavailable during the initial reopening period, based on physical distancing and health guidelines.

Changes include:

• Bell Services will deliver luggage to rooms, but will not escort Guests

• Club-level service will be temporarily unavailable

• Deliveries will only be made to occupied rooms

• In-room celebrations will not be available

• Dry-cleaning and valet laundry services will be temporarily unavailable; self-service laundry will remain available

• Shipping services will be temporarily unavailable

• Resort airline check-in service may be temporarily unavailable

Amenities and recreation will be modified based on physical distancing and health guidelines.

Dining Experiences
Select dining locations will be available at Disney Resort hotels.

Pools

• Feature pools may operate with reduced hours; leisure pools will be open 24 hours a day

• Pools will operate with reduced capacity to allow for physical distancing

• Select poolside activities may be available at select Resort hotels

• Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will not be available during the initial reopening period; Guests of this Disney Resort hotel may enjoy the leisure pool at Disney's Beach Club Villas or the Luna Park Pool and leisure pool at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

Fitness Centers & Sports Courts

• Fitness centers will open in alignment with state and county regulations, and may have reduced hours

• Fitness centers may have reduced hours and capacity

• Instructor-led fitness classes will not be available

• Fitness and sports courts will be open, and Guests must maintain physical distancing

Available Recreation
Activities and schedules will vary. The schedule of activities for your Disney Resort hotel will be shared during your stay.

Merchandise Locations
In merchandise locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort, Guests will continue to discover favorite Disney items, with some modifications to the shopping experience that will help us manage capacity and foster physical distancing.

• New Product Launches: New collection product launches and limited-edition merchandise will not be available for in-person purchases at Walt Disney World Resort until further notice. As always, Guests can find these items on shopDisney, subject to availability.

• Pin Trading: We will continue to offer Guests the opportunity to pin trade with Cast Members through the use of pin boards in select locations. Cast pin trading with lanyards will not be available at this time to maintain physical distancing.

• Delivery Option: Package delivery to the front of our theme parks or to Disney Resort hotels will be suspended. However, shipping merchandise to Guests’ homes continues to be available.

• Dressing Rooms: For the time being, dressing rooms will not be available.

• Returns: In-person returns will be available upon the reopening of our merchandise locations.

Temporary Unavailable
The following amenities and experiences will not be available during the initial reopening period:

• Arcades

• Campfires

• Dog parks

• Electrical Water Pageant

• Marina rentals

• Pin trading

• Playgrounds

• Spas, salons and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

Additionally, the following special offerings and childcare services will not be available during the initial reopening:

• Fireworks voyages and tasting cruises, including the Pirates and Pals Fireworks Voyage

• Fun runs

• Wonderland Tea Party at Park Fare

• Hula lessons

• In-room childcare services

• Mermaid school

• Special classes and programs—including culinary, cultural and animal programs

Check In Online

To aid in physical distancing efforts, we strongly recommend that you use Online Check-In Service in advance—online or with the My Disney Experience app.

When your room is ready, you’ll get a room-ready notification. Then, you can use either a MagicBand or the My Disney Experience app digital key feature to enter your room!

If you don't receive your MagicBand(s) prior to your vacation, simply use the My Disney Experience app as a digital key to enter your room. At your convenience, you can visit the Front Desk to pick up your MagicBand(s).

Automatic Checkout

On your scheduled checkout day, you’ll be automatically checked out of your room—so you don’t have to visit the Front Desk (unless you have unresolved charges to your Disney Resort hotel folio).

Virtual Chat With a Resort Cast Member

Beginning June 22, you can chat with a Resort Cast Member via the My Disney Experience app for assistance during your stay. This new feature will offer convenient support nearly anytime—so there’s no need to visit the Lobby or stand in line.

Modifications, Cancellations and Refunds

Disney understands how much excitement, thought and time goes into planning your visits to Walt Disney World Resort. Please know they and I will be here to help you, as their Cast remains focused on delivering magical experiences and incredible storytelling for everyone who visits.

During this unprecedented period, some of our policies and offerings have been modified:

Rooms and Packages
At this time, Disney is temporarily pausing Disney Resort hotel reservations so we can focus on Guests with existing reservations (Disney Vacation Club Members can still make new reservations). We will resume new hotel reservations after that period of time.

To provide additional flexibility, Disney is waiving Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees up to the date of check-in for reservations with arrivals through October 3, 2020. To modify or cancel your reservation, please contact your travel professional.

If no action is taken for impacted stays, Disney will automatically cancel your reservation within 7 days of the original check-in date and process any refund due to the original form of payment. Please note that cancellation fees imposed by third-party suppliers, including airlines and rental cars, as well as non-refundable products like travel protection plans, are deducted from refundable amounts for Walt Disney Travel Company packages.